§ 6.20.070. Action on kennel/cattery permit; Conditions.

(a)

Prior to any action on a kennel/cattery permit, the Zoning Hearing Officer shall hold a public hearing. If the Zoning Hearing Officer finds that the proposed facility will conform with this chapter and with any other applicable County regulations, the Zoning Hearing Officer may approve the kennel/cattery permit. The kennel/cattery permit shall be issued for twelve (12) months, subject to revocation. A permit may be issued at any time during the year and shall expire on the same date of the following year, unless (1) it is previously revoked; or (2) a renewal/amendment application is filed. In the case of renewal/amendment, the permit shall remain in effect until a decision is rendered on the renewal/amendment application.

(b)

The Zoning Hearing Officer shall approve a kennel/cattery permit subject to the following conditions:

(1)

The permit holder shall comply with all requirements for kennels/catteries, as specified in section 6.20.060.

(2)

The permit holder shall post the kennel/cattery permit issued as provided herein in a conspicuous place in the facility, or provide it for inspection upon request.

(3)

Any other conditions which the Zoning Hearing Officer determines are reasonably necessary to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local requirements and to protect the welfare of the animals kept or the public health, safety or welfare.

(Prior code § 3406; Ord. 762, 10/21/47; Ord. 2067, 08/25/70; Ord. 3344, 11/19/91; Ord. 3420, 11/10/92; Ord. 3445, 12/15/92)